Special Education Paraprofessionals (Tier II)

Toms River Regional Schools; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accumulated sick days

Enrollment in New Jersey Pension System

Job summary

Toms River Regional Schools is seeking Special Education Paraprofessionals (Tier II) to support classroom activities and guide student participation. This role involves working 5.75 hours per day over 180 school days with the opportunity to accumulate sick days.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, knowledge of computer software, and effective communication skills, with previous college experience preferred. This is a contracted position without health benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and knowledge of computer software required.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with individuals from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
• 2 years or 30 hours of college experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates implementation of academic programs, class work, and assessments.
• Interacts daily with students and staff for attendance and program tracking.
• Maintains a positive classroom environment and monitors student behavior.
• Maintains confidentiality of co-workers, children, and families.

Skills

Effective communication

Classroom management

Computer software knowledge

Education

High school diploma

2 years or 30 hours of college experience preferred

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessionals (Tier II) Job ID: 2075

Date Posted: 7/3/2025

Location: Toms River Regional Schools

The Toms River Regional Board of Education has numerous openings for the following position: Paraprofessional (10 months). Tier II Special Education Paraprofessionals are part of the Toms River Education Association (TREA) bargaining unit. They work 5.75 hours per day for 180 school days and 3 professional days. Tier II Paraprofessionals are entitled to one sick day per month for a total of 10 sick days per school year that can be accumulated from year to year. As contracted employees with regularly assigned hours they will also be required to enroll in the New Jersey Pension System. This position is not eligible for district health benefits.

Overview

The paraprofessional works within the context of the classroom teacher’s lesson plans and daily structure, guiding and supporting the student(s) participation in classroom activities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates the implementation of academic instructional programs, class work and assessments for students.
• Interacts daily with students and staff to conduct attendance and program tracking and reports.
• Maintains a positive classroom environment and monitors student behavior to keep them on task.
• Maintains program instructional materials for students.
• Maintains confidentiality of co-workers, children, and families.

Qualifications

Education / Experience:

• High school diploma and knowledge of computer software required.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with individuals from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
• 2 years or 30 hours of college experience preferred.

If you have additional questions about this position, please call the Special Educational Services Dept. at 732-505-5575.